1999 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 2012 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
